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Rep. Barbara Hernandez Urges Following IDPH Guidance Amidst Federal Uncertainty
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is urging Illinoisans to use Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) guidance this fall, despite shifting federal positions, which remain confused and chaotic.
Buckner Introduces Measure to Track Recidivism Data, Address IDOC Oversite
CHICAGO — State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is continuing his efforts to build a more accountable and effective criminal justice system with the Illinois Correctional Data and Transparency Act. For years, the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) has not consistently reported basic recidivism outcomes because fragmented, outdated IT systems do not link prison, parole and program data—leaving policymakers and the public without a clear picture of what works. Buckner’s measure requires IDOC to modernize those systems and to publish an annual, comprehensive and publicly accessible recidivism report with disaggregated data.
Harper Earns Term as Vice President of NCSL’s Natural Resources, Energy, and Environment Standing Committee
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, will continue supporting a sustainable and equitable future in Illinois and beyond as the Vice-Chair of the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) Natural Resources, Energy, and Environment Standing Committee.
Scherer Announces New EV Charging Station in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Springfield, is celebrating a new round of National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) grants coming to Illinois that will stimulate electric vehicle growth by funding several Electric Vehicle charging stations.
Hernandez Announces IDNR Grants to Illinois Nature Preserves
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, announced the Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ (IDNR) recent release of grants to support 15 environmental stewardship programs.
Press Conference Tuesday: Lisa Hernandez, CEDA, DCEO, ComEd Announce Expansion of LIHEAP Benefits, Discuss Ways for More Low-Income Seniors to Save on Home Energy Assistance
CHICAGO – State Representative Lisa Hernandez, D-Cicero, joins the Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County (CEDA), the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economy Opportunity (DCEO) and ComEd to announce the expansion of the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) income guidelines on Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 11:30 a.m. at CEDA’s Chicago office located at 567 W. Lake Street, Suite 1200.
Chung Announces EV Charging Station Grants Coming to Illinois, New EV Station in Bloomington
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, is announcing a new round of National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) grants coming to Illinois that will spur electric vehicle growth by funding 25 EV charging stations along interstate corridors.
Grasse-Backed Measure to Expand Home Energy Assistance for Low-Income Seniors Opens Oct. 1
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – A measure to expand eligibility for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to more seniors championed by state Rep. Grasse, D- Arlington Heights, will become available to Illinois households starting Oct. 1.
Chung Held Community Town Hall to Hear from Residents, was Joined by Special Guest Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, was joined by special guest House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch at a community town hall to give local residents an opportunity to discuss the issues that matter most to them with state leaders.
Gordon-Booth Invites Community to Free Shred Day Saturday, Sept. 20 at Landmark Recreation Center
PEORIA, Ill. – Residents will be able to safely dispose of old paperwork at a free community shred event hosted by state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, this Saturday, Sept. 20 from 10 a.m. to noon at the north parking lot of the Landmark Recreation Center, located at 3225 Dries Ln. in Peoria.
Hoffman Honored with ‘Small Business Champion of the Year’ Award, Tours HatLaunch
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – Recognizing his work to spark economic development and help small businesses succeed, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, was honored this week by Advantage Capital with a 2025 Small Business Champion of the Year Award.
Briel-Backed Measure to Expand Home Energy Assistance for Low- Income Seniors Opens Oct. 1
Springfield, Ill. – A measure to expand eligibility for home energy relief championed by state Rep. Amy Briel, D-Ottawa, will become available to Illinois households starting Oct. 1.
Harper Earns New Term as Vice President of National Organization of Black Women Lawmakers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, will continue advocating for meaningful change locally and nationally as the 1st Vice President of the National Organization of Black Elected Legislative (NOBEL) Women.
Jiménez Calls for Full Transparency into ICE-Involved Shooting Death in Franklin Park
CHICAGO, IL – State Representative Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, released the following statement after Silverio Villegas-Gonzalez, 38, was killed by an ICE agent at a traffic stop in Franklin Park last Friday.
Avelar Hosts Free Community Shred Event
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, will host a free community shred event Saturday, September 27 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Lockport Township (1463 Farrel Road) in collaboration with state Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel, D-Shorewood, and the Lockport Township Supervisor Alex Zapien.
Ammons Celebrates New Funding for EV Charging Stations
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Working to improve accessible charging services for electric vehicle (EV) drivers in her communities, state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, is celebrating recent funding for Champaign County which was chosen as one of 25 projects that will provide up to $24 million for EV construction across the state.
Benton Issues Statement Following Gunshot Incident at Senator’s Home
PLAINFIELD, Ill. — After a gunshot was fired at the home of state Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel, D- Shorewood, on Wednesday, state Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, issued a statement calling for peace and expressing support for the senator:
Manley Issues Statement Following Gunshot at Local Senator’s Home
SHOREWOOD, Ill. – In response to a gunshot fired at the home of state Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel, D-Shorewood, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, issued a statement of support for the senator: